Passive House Specialist - Project Manager/Field Verification

Ettinger Engineering; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ettinger Engineering is looking for a passionate Passive House Project Manager in New York City. This full-time role involves overseeing certification processes, client coordination, and energy modeling for high-performance projects. If you meet the qualifications and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in high-performance building design.
• Demonstrated experience with Passive House design.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and energy codes.

Responsibilities

• Manage Passive House certification for building projects.
• Lead project documentation and quality control.
• Conduct verification and performance assessments.

Skills

Passive House design

Energy performance

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in architecture, engineering, building science

PHIUS Certified Passive House Consultant (CPHC)

PHI Certified Passive House Designer

Tools

WUFI Passive

PHPP

THERM

Job description

Ettinger Engineering Associates (EEA), a leader in sustainable MEP/FP and civil engineering design based in midtown Manhattan, is seeking a qualified Passive House Project Manager to lead and coordinate energy-focused work across our high-performance building portfolio. This is a unique opportunity for a technical expert in Passive House design and verification to take a key role in delivering multifamily, mixed-use, and institutional projects targeting PHI or PHIUS certification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and execute Passive House certification scope for new and existing building projects.
• Lead PHIUS/PHI project documentation, modeling, and quality control through all phases of design and construction.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, design teams, contractors, and certifiers to ensure alignment with Passive House performance goals.
• Conduct design-phase and construction-phase verification, including field inspections, blower door testing, infrared scanning, and performance assessments.
• Support energy modeling using WUFI Passive, PHPP, or other platforms to inform and validate Passive House strategies.
• Review drawings, specifications, and submittals for Passive House and energy code compliance.
• Train and mentor junior staff in Passive House methodology and quality assurance processes.
• Stay current on evolving Passive House standards, NYC energy codes, and funding/incentive programs (e.g., NYSERDA, HPD, HCR).

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in architecture, engineering, building science, or a related field.
• PHIUS Certified Passive House Consultant (CPHC) or PHI Certified Passive House Designer accreditation required.
• 5+ years of experience in high-performance building design and project management.
• Demonstrated experience with Passive House design and field verification on multifamily or commercial projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, air barriers, thermal bridging, and enclosure detailing.
• LEED Homes Green Rater and PH Field Verifier preferred.
• Familiarity with LEED, ENERGY STAR, Enterprise Green Communities, and NYC/NYS energy codes is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in WUFI Passive, PHPP, THERM, or other energy modeling and detailing tools preferred.
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Salary: $75,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Location: 505 8th. Avenue, 24th. Floor, New York, NY 10018.

Job Type: Full-time

If you are passionate about energy performance and Passive House excellence, please send a resume labeled with your full name, minimum salary requirements, and a brief cover letter describing your experience with high-performance building projects.

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